On Monday, September 29, 2025, Canada officially added the Lawrence Bishnoi Gang to its list of terrorist entities. This landmark decision was announced by Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree.
Minister Anandasangaree emphasized that the Bishnoi Gang has specifically targeted various communities with acts of terror, widespread violence, and intimidation. He stated, “Designating this group as criminal terrorists provides us with more robust and effective instruments to confront and decisively halt their illicit activities.” This classification allows Canadian law enforcement agencies to utilize more stringent measures, including the ability to freeze assets and prosecute individuals involved in terrorist offenses, thereby strengthening the fight against organized crime and its devastating impact on public safety.